he Santa Cruz SPCA is not an animal control agency. We do not perform any of the following services: Lost/found animals, dead animals, humane investigations, animal surrenders, barking dog complaints. etc. If you require any of these services, please contact the County Animal Shelter at 831-454-7200.

The Santa Cruz SPCA is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the welfare of animals. The Santa Cruz SPCA collaborates with other shelters and animal groups (municipal and private) to help rescue and rehabilitate cats and dogs, and find them loving homes. Our variety of programs are geared towards providing humane education and spay neuter awareness to the public as well as assisting with resources to help animals stay in their homes.

FUNDING SOURCE: We do not receive any federal, state or local government funding. All of our programs and services are supported through the generosity of our contributors.

Mission:

The Santa Cruz SPCA provides safe harbor for animals in need and promotes an active humane community through adoption, advocacy, and education.